Photos From the 2025 Chatham County Ag Fest
The 5th Annual Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 29, 2025, was a success with a great crowd and beautiful …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
April Showers & May Flowers: Gardening Tips for April and May in Eastern NC
Spring is finally here! Take a minute to check out this list of “to-dos” and considerations for your Eastern …
Pete Thompson Ag Scholarship Seeking Applicants
The R.M. “Pete” Thompson Scholarship is a scholarship awarded every year to a youth from Chowan County who is …
Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit Class
Come join us for a Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit Class at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center. This class …
Growing Edible Plants Is Open for Enrollment
The next online class in the Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes series is Growing Edible Plants (GLL2). Whether you’re a …
Registration Is Open for Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes
The new online courses from Extension Gardener are a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in gardening! We are pleased …
Spring Chores in the Pollinator Garden
Around late February things start kicking into high gear in Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden. Usually I have taken …
Challenging the Conventional Wisdom About Praying Mantids
Folks of all ages delight in finding praying mantids in the garden. These charismatic predators are large and easy …
Growing in Gates: Monthly Gardening Program
Are you just getting into gardening? Already have an expert green thumb? Curious about the gardening successes of others …
March Towards Spring With These Gardening Tips!
As we make our way towards the second half of February, it is important to start thinking about gardening …
*Date Change* Muscadine Grape Pruning Clinic
Due to impending winter weather, the grape pruning clinic at the Newbold White House has been moved to Friday, …
2025 Gardening in the Albemarle
Are you an avid gardener that is new to the region? Maybe a long-time resident, just gaining your green …